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Jeff McFarland's practice focuses on general business litigation with an emphasis on entertainment industry disputes and class/representative action matters in the computer hardware and consumer electronics businesses. He represents production companies, television networks, talent agencies, actors/producers/directors, computer hardware manufacturers, and consumer electronics companies in litigation matters around the country. In addition, Mr. McFarland has had significant experience representing banks and financial institutions as well as real estate developers in complex litigation matters.

In the entertainment matters, Mr. McFarland has represented, among others, The Walt Disney Company, Viacom, Showtime, Paramount Pictures, Icon Productions, United Talent Agency, Ed Limato, Mel Gibson, Colin Farrell and James Burrows.

In technology and consumer electronics matters, Mr. McFarland has represented IBM, Gateway, eMachines and Lexar Media.

Won dismissal with prejudice of class action claims at pleading stage in case alleging unfair business practices associated with computer hardware servicing.

Represented major motion picture studio in idea theft case concerning the life story of a public figure, winning dismissal at the pleading stage.

Obtained settlement against motion picture exhibitor providing production company client with record film rental for major independent release.

Tried a winning arbitration awarding release of major talent agent from exclusive contract with talent agency.

Represented partner in one of the largest land development companies in California in a dispute with former partner, obtaining settlement in excess of $50 million.

Won summary judgment of claims alleging lender liability claims for major California home lender.

Successfully represented financial institution in recovery of over $100 million in fraudulent loans purchased from a correspondent lender.